E151 - Alberto Villoldo: What Shamans Know About Healing & The Human Journey (That We’ve Forgotten)

Mark Mason dives deep into the messy reality behind personal growth and self-help, challenging the myths and misconceptions that hold most people back. From the hidden struggles that shape our identity to the sacrifices no one talks about, Mark unpacks why real change is so difficult—and why most advice fails to deliver. You’ll hear about the traps of chasing perfection, the struggle to live authentically, and the backwards logic that keeps us stuck.Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 1:12 How Our Struggles Shape Us2:57 Building a Life Based on Your Values10:00 Uncovering Your Hierarchy of Values16:28 The Struggle of Transforming Our Identity 22:46 Breaking Free from an Inauthentic Version of Ourself 26:37 You Don’t See the Sacrifice that Leads to Success27:49 Ad: Pique Life29:11 Sacrifices that Lead to Success34:10 The Backwards Law: Self Improvement vs Acceptance38:38 What True Inner Freedom Means43:44 Success & Failure Aren’t What They Seem49:45 Worst Advice in the Self Help Industry57:35 Self Help vs Self Obsession1:02:19 Simple Formula for Massive Change1:08:27 Beating Procrastination with Meditation1:13:28 Allowing Ourselves to Evolve1:17:36 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/markmanson/https://www.youtube.com/@IAmMarkManson/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

In this episode, medical anthropologist and shamanic teacher Dr. Alberto Villoldo shares the healing wisdom he’s uncovered through decades of studying with indigenous healers in the Amazon and Andes. He breaks down the core principles of energy medicine, neuroplasticity, and self-healing—and how we can integrate ancient shamanic practices into modern life. This conversation offers a practical guide for anyone seeking to reconnect with nature, unlock inner resilience, and live in alignment with their true path.Own Your Health with Function Health.Use Code KNOWTHYSELF100 for $100 off your membership:https://www.functionhealth.com/a/know-thyselfTry MUDWTR & Get Up to 43% off + a free frother:https://mudwtr.com/knowthyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro1:46 How He Began His Shamanic Path8:32 Beyond Knowledge, Cultivating Wisdom 11:55 Knowing The "Self"15:11 Studying with Indigenous Healers 19:51 Our Ability to Heal Ourselves: Resiliency & Neurplasticity 25:04 Cultivating Vitality in a Nutrient-Depleted World27:14 Ad: Own Your Health with Function Health30:20 The Reality of Voodoo Practices34:20 Working with the Energy Body & Chakras41:00 Humanity’s Era of Change46:25 The Medicine Wheel: A Map for Awakening52:40 Synchronicity is Real. Here's How to Spot it55:34 Ad: Start Your Morning Right with Mudwtr 56:48 Finding Our Dharma, Living in the Flow1:02:25 Healing at the Psycho-Somatic Level1:08:45 Practices to Strengthen Your Connection to Nature1:13:25 Coming to Peace with Death1:17:50 Benefits & Pitfalls of Plant Medicine1:24:39 How to Step Into This1:28:15 Acquiring Spiritual Gifts & Recalling Your Dreams1:30:57 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: https://thefourwinds.comhttps://www.instagram.com/albertovilloldo_thefourwinds/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

Best-selling author and spiritual teacher Gary Zukav guides us through the profound journey of discovering authentic power and living from the seat of your soul. He explores the ongoing collective awakening on our planet, revealing how humanity is shifting from seeking external power to cultivating authentic, soul-based power. He shares practical wisdom on choosing love over fear, transcending limiting patterns in real time, and harnessing the new consciousness emerging in our lives. BonCharge Red light therapy:Go to https://BonCharge.com/KnowThyself and use code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15% Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 1:59 Great collective awakening on our planet 13:25 The Power to Choose Love over Fear21:08 What the New Consciousness Shows Us24:04 Ad: Boncharge Redlight Therapy25:36 Personality & Relationship Dynamics30:25 Transcending Fear in Real Time35:12 Ad: PiqueLife36:50 Channeling The Seat of the Soul47:56 Facing Success with the Book56:52 2 Steps to Create Authentic Power1:04:16 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: https://seatofthesoul.comhttps://www.instagram.com/gary_zukav/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

Dr. Thema Bryant explores healing trauma, breaking free from people-pleasing, and reclaiming your authentic self. Drawing from her expertise, Dr. Bryant guides us through understanding trauma’s many forms, why we often outsource our sense of self, and how systemic and familial patterns shape our responses. This episode explores practical ways to set boundaries, address emotional suppression, and nurture your unique gifts, while also examining the limitations of talk therapy and the vital role of spirituality in the healing journey. Dr. Bryant offers a roadmap to move beyond survival mode, confront the roots of pain, and embrace the journey toward wholeness and grounded spirituality. Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro1:29 The Journey to Becoming Whole3:36 Understanding Trauma & Why Some People Respond Differently10:15 Stop Outsourcing & Embrace Your Worthiness16:05 Examining Systemic Issues that Create Trauma26:22 People Pleasing & Setting Boundaries33:47 Ad: Pique Life35:20 How Emotional Suppression Makes You Sick 38:57 Sitting With Emotional Discomfort (& Working Through It)41:41 Stop 'Keeping the Peace', Find Your Voice45:23 True Meaning of Grounded Spirituality48:05 Spiritual Bypassing is a Real Thing51:14 What It takes to Heal56:46 Why Talk Therapy Doesn’t Solve All Our Issues58:33 Spirituality is Essential for Healing1:02:46 Discovering Your Unique Gifts1:11:18 Advice for Heart Break1:15:46 Being the "First" in Your Family1:20:27 Intelligence of the Heart1:24:03 Conclusion__________Episode Resources: http://bit.ly/3SvCUlJwww.drthema.comhttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.one

Vishen Lakhiani explores the profound shift humanity is experiencing and reveals why the old rules of hustle culture are no longer the path to true success. He lays out an 8 step formula for creating a life of alignment and fulfillment. He reveals how to redefine success on your own terms, embracing simplicity, and uncovering your unique edge in a rapidly changing world. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to better understand how they can thrive in this rapidly changing world.BonCharge Red light therapy:Go to https://BonCharge.com/KnowThyself and use code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15% Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro2:15 The Definition of Success Is Changing6:32 Finding Our Unique Path to Fulfillment9:30 8 Rules: Simplicity is the Key to Success12:15 Wealth Comes from Opportunity15:12 Discovering Your Unique 'Edge'18:18 Following What You Love22:36 Unlearning the BS rules Society Tells Us 26:46 Demystifying & Strengthening Intuition35:52 Ad: Boncharge Redlight Therapy37:16 Purpose & Prioritizing Self Growth41:02 What It Takes to Combine Purpose & Profit45:26 Formula for Attracting Abundance 52:18 Make Space for Calmness56:21 Hustle Culture is a Thing of the Past1:00:51 The Future of AI Is Here: How Will Life Change?1:10:47 What's Our End Goal As Humans?1:14:39 Human Genius: What Defines the 1%1:18:57 The Power of Community1:21:40 True Meaning of Spirituality1:28:25 Relating to the Ego11:29:49 What It Means to Know Thyself1:30:24 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/vishen/https://www.mindvalley.comhttps://www.vishen.comhttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

Zach Bush unpacks how moving from individualism to interconnectedness can heal both ourselves and the planet. This episode delves into breaking the cycle of consumerism, remembering the innate intelligence of life, and embracing the changes that come with personal growth. Through powerful metaphors-like death as a way home to ourselves-and reflections on the seasonality of life, Zach reveals how stress and challenge are essential for true growth. This conversation offers a hopeful vision for the future and practical insights for coming home to ourselves and the earth.Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro1:39 From Individualism to Interconnectedness 7:12 Breaking the Cycle of Consumerism12:33 Remembering Our Innate Intelligence17:52 The Transformation Zach Has Been Going Through21:45 Metaphor of Death to Bring Us Home to Ourselves25:54 Embracing the Seasonality of Life33:30 Ad: PiqueLife36:40 Relationship Between Stress and Growth39:49 Unlocking Our Unique Dharma44:58 Creating Space for Stillness & Seeing the Beauty of Life53:18 Prevailing Message for Humanity57:47 Fear of Death Limits Our Capacity for Life1:03:00 Prediction for the Next 5 Years1:08:30 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/zachbushmd/https://zachbushmd.komi.io/https://intelligenceofnature.com/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=1&affid=460https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

Cory Muscara shares profound insights on achieving lasting happiness and fulfillment in the present moment. He discusses his transformative journey from awakening to monastic life, emphasizing the importance of breaking free from cycles of internal distress. Muscara challenges common misconceptions about meditation, urging listeners to confront rather than escape emotional pain. Throughout the episode, he offers practical strategies for tuning into inner wisdom and strengthening intuitive knowing. Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 1:39 Stop Missing Your Life9:00 Finding Fulfillment in the Present Moment13:43 Awakening & Becoming a Monk25:32 Breaking the Cycle of Internal Distress32:41 Stop Meditating Your Way Out of Emotional Pain41:40 AD: Pique Life Save 20% for Life45:46 The FACE Model - 4 Steps to Presence 51:04 Truth About Self Love57:13 The Desire for Safety Controls Your Life1:00:36 Practice to Tune Into Your Inner Knowing1:06:53 Commitment & Romantic Relationships1:27:42 Strengthening Your Intuitive Knowing1:31:25 IFS Process for Healing Stuck Parts of Yourself1:53:43 Finding Stability in Surrender1:58:00 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://corymuscara.comhttps://www.instagram.com/corymuscara/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

Dr. Theresa Bullard delves into the history of the split between physics and metaphysics, exploring its implications for our understanding of reality. She examines the laws of science that limit our perceptions and discusses her transformative shift from classical to quantum physics. She explains the mathematics of the universe, the 7 steps of the alchemical process, and how to embrace a quantum mindset. Try MUDWTR & Get Up to 43% off + a free frother:https://mudwtr.com/knowthyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro2:07 History of the Split between Physics & Metaphysics 7:32 Laws of Science that Limit Us10:54 Her Shift from Classical to Quantum Physics 17:00 The Implicate Order (New Science)27:00 Mathematics of the Universe31:41 (Mindset) Transcend Limitation, Embrace Quantum Possibility38:35 Embracing the Uncertainty of Life44:27 Ad: Mudwtr Save 43%46:05 How New Age Spirituality Mis-uses Quantum Terms56:53 The Science of Alchemy1:01:56 7 Steps of Alchemy (Personal Transformation) 1:17:28 Honoring Your Past While Moving Forward1:23:08 Our Inner Alchemical Process1:26:16 The Transformations that Shaped Her Life1:29:17 How Our DNA Evolves as we Awaken1:36:33 Science of Extra Sensory Perceptions1:46:36 Creating Coherence in Body, Mind & Soul1:51:29 Entrainment: Take Your Future Into Your Hands1:58:39 Practices to Becoming an Alchemist 2:05:12 Activate Your Divine Potential2:12:00 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://theresabullard.comhttps://modernmysteryschoolint.com www.quantumlearningacademy.co https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

Philosopher Phillip Goff explores the nature of consciousness, reality, and the complexities of the human experience. He dives deep into pan-psychism and its surprising intersection with mystic religions. Drawing from his decades of research, he speaks on our finely-tuned universe, meaning/ purpose of life, quantum mechanics, and the Many World’s Theory. The discussion culminates in a call to move beyond polarization and dogma in the pursuit of truth.Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro2:07 Where the Great Thinkers of the Past Went Wrong5:53 Does the Brain Produce Consciousness?9:50 The Problem with the Verification Principle12:20 Do Our Senses Mislead Us?15:26 Panpsychism & The Hard Problem of Consciousness22:56 Complexity of Human Consciousness 26:26 Can Mathematics Ever Explain Consciousness? 30:47 How the Brain Correlates to Conscious Experience 34:46 Why It’s So Hard to Solve This (Science is Asking the Wrong Questions) 38:33 Purpose & Meaning of Life40:26 Sentience in Objects, Plants, and Animals43:09 Where Panpsychism Meets Spirituality 46:38 An Ethical Structure to Reality49:42 Examples of How The Universe is Finely Tuned56:08 Making Sense of Life's Mystery 58:38 Teleological Laws of Nature1:02:13 Facing the Uncertainty of Reality 1:06:05 Examining Truth & Religion1:13:27 Addressing His Beliefs Around Christianity 1:25:13 The Mystical Side of Religions 1:32:53 Many World’s Theory & Multiverses1:44:19 Going Beyond Quantum Physics1:50:25 Beyond Polarization & Dogma, Seeking Truth1:56:28 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://philipgoffphilosophy.comhttps://amzn.eu/d/0O1FI6Ohttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

Michael Beckwith delves into the essence of a fulfilled life and how to manifest your soul’s true calling and potential. Beyond the outer conditions we face, he shares practical tools and insights for creating our destiny from the inside out. He opens up about navigating life's complexities, facing criticism, and the value of solitude. Ultimately, he inspires a journey toward service and embracing infinite possibilities for a transformative life.BonCharge Red light therapy:Go to https://BonCharge.com/KnowThyself and use code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15% Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 1:55 Defining a Life Well Lived4:18 Life Visioning Process: Unlocking Your Heart’s Desire11:05 Moving From Lack to Abundance Mentality 17:58 The Gift Hidden in Your Challenges22:27 This Life is a Simulation25:12 Ad: Boncharge Redlight Therapy26:30 Michael shares a Poem31:06 Art as a Vessel for Truth 35:12 Harnessing a Greater Intelligence37:56 Balance of Skill Building & Flowstate40:27 Importance of Deepening Spiritual Practices45:44 Transcending Judgement with Understanding49:23 The Value of Alone Time53:53 Do This Every Night Before Bed59:10 Power of Forgiveness to Transform Your Life1:02:25 There’s Infinite Possibilities: Here’s How to Choose1:07:13 How to Handle Losing Friends as You Grow1:10:20 Navigating Criticism & Praise1:13:30 The Cycles & Seasons of Life1:17:38 Being of Service1:22:18 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/michaelbbeckwith/https://www.michaelbeckwith.comhttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX